Stored XSS Vulnerability in Simple Job Board Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2024-7761

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Simple Job Board
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 May 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2024-7761?

A critical security flaw has been identified in the Simple Job Board plugin for WordPress, allowing attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. This vulnerability enables malicious users to embed harmful scripts that can hijack user sessions and gain unauthorized access to accounts. The flaw exists in versions prior to 2.12.2, making it imperative for site administrators to update to the latest version to safeguard their users and prevent potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Simple Job Board 0 < 2.12.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-7761 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ae8c1c91-3574-4da5-b5dc-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dmitrii Ignatyev
WPScan
.